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What if My Kids Don't Behave? - Seattle Portrait Photographer
You’re worried that someone will have a meltdown in the middle of the session, and that someone else will not cooperate no matter how much you try to correct or incentivize behavior. You want everything to go smoothly, but you’re not sure how anyone is going to pull off this miracle. I’m here to tell you you need to stop worrying about your child(ren)’s behavior because authentic, beautiful connection happens when we let go and just enjoy our kids for the people they are.
Juanita Bay Park for Family Photo Sessions - Kirkland Family Photographer
If you live east of Seattle and you haven’t had the opportunity to visit Juanita Bay Park in Kirkland yet, you are missing out! This is one of my favorite parks on the Eastside for multiple reasons: it is beautiful, it has a lot of scene changes in one place, and it’s easily walkable for young children and adults. This park doesn’t require many special accommodations because it’s handicap friendly and very accessible. So if you are looking for a romantic, beautiful park for your next family session, Juanita Bay is an amazing choice!
How to Prepare for Your Family Photoshoot in Seattle and the Eastside
Okay, so you finally took the plunge and hired a professional photographer for your next family session. What now? Preparing for a family photo session can feel daunting. As a parent, your mind is already racing about color schemes, outfit choices, whether or not your toddler (or teenager) will behave, will the photographer be able to make you look halfway decent and human after four babies and no measurable sleep after a decade of sleep deprivation…
How to Prepare for Your Seattle and Eastside Senior Portrait Session
“What should I do to prepare for my senior session?” is a frequently asked question, and for good reason. There is a lot to consider when you’re preparing to capture your senior milestones. So I have compiled a list of things to help you prepare for your session so that it’s fun, laidback, and captures the true essence of you.
What to Wear to Your Senior Session
Are you getting ready for your senior photo session and wondering what to wear? Here are some tips to help you nail your look and make your photos stand out. Remember, your senior photos are a lasting memory of your high school years. Dress to impress and show off your unique style!
Family Photo Session Style Guide
Gathering your family for a photo session is a very special and sometimes stressful time in a parent’s life, but dressing your family shouldn’t be stressful if you adhere simple guidelines. If you're wondering what to wear, here are some tips to help you coordinate your family's outfits and look your best! Remember, family photos are about capturing the love and connection between each member. Dress comfortably, coordinate your outfits, and let your personalities shine through!
Motherhood & Photography
Motherhood has taught me to appreciate the little things in life. The way my child's hand fits perfectly in mine, the sound of his laughter or her sweet, little giggle, the way she looks at me with her big, innocent eyes, the way his entire face smiles when he spends time with me. These are moments that I cherish and try to capture in my photography.
Boundaries
Are you like me? Do you sometimes treat your boundaries like they are negotiable? I struggle with adhering to my own boundaries tremendously. I used to think that saying yes to everyone would endear me to them or would show how willing I was to be a team player, so I spent many years only saying yes. That propensity for always answering in the affirmative would later come to bite me as I found every boundary I’d ever try to establish being trampled and abused, to no end, by everyone around me.
Adventures in the Hoh Rainforest with Lou and Lu
My daughter’s best friend identifies as non-binary. Yes, at 10-years old, they know exactly who they are and what they want to be without society delineating what that should look like. So even though Louis is genetically male, inside they feel like conformity isn’t something that they prescribe to. Their shadow is RAINBOW! And because Lou is so true to themself, they bring out the very best in my child.
Meet Queen Rita LaRue: Kirkland Portrait Photographer
What does it mean to go into cultures that you don’t exist in, and tell those stories? And how do we have a critical relationship so that we learn? - Laverne Cox